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Green Home in Wellsboro, PA

Green Home is an assisted living and memory care community in Wellsboro, PA.

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Green Home in Wellsboro, PA

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37 Central Avenue, Wellsboro, PA 16901

To contact a resident: (570) 724-3131

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4 from 77 reviews
5 stars
40
4 stars
16
3 stars
7
2 stars
6
1 stars
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Overall Review of Green Home

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Staff care and responsiveness stand out

Residents and families describe care teams as kind, friendly, and attentive to needs.

Many reviewers focus on staff warmth and professionalism, including praise for nurses and aides being responsive, respectful, and knowledge-based. Several families also mention being updated quickly when issues come up, which adds reassurance for loved ones. A smaller set of reviews take the opposite view, describing rude behavior, disrespect, and inconsistent care experiences, including medication concerns and breakdowns in communication during urgent situations.

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Clean, orderly building is noted

Reviewers repeatedly mention a clean, orderly facility and upkeep.

A number of residents and visitors say the facility is clean, neat, and orderly, and that the atmosphere feels warm and pleasant. In contrast, a few reviews describe cleanliness problems such as feces in hallways, lice infestation, or filthy conditions in shared areas. There are also mentions of strong cleanliness in areas like nursing and kitchen work, alongside disagreement about whether care and cleanliness are consistent across shifts.

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Physical therapy support gets praise

Physical therapy is frequently described as knowledgeable and helpful.

Several reviewers highlight rehabilitation experiences, including physical therapy staff being knowledgeable and working hard to support recovery. One review specifically calls out the physical therapy department as fantastic, while another notes that rehab therapy felt strong even if other nursing care didn’t meet expectations. Overall, rehab-focused feedback is more positive than negative.

  • A physical therapy room featuring a therapy table, exercise equipment, and storage cabinets.
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Respect and dementia support are mixed

Some reviews raise concerns about respectful care and dementia-appropriate activities.

While some residents are described as well cared for, other reviewers report disrespectful treatment and unacceptable behavior toward patients. For memory care specifically, at least one review mentions a lack of understanding of dementia and very limited appropriate activities for those living with dementia. There are also accounts of safety and attention concerns, including alarms, delayed help, and inadequate follow-up, which can make families wary even if other parts of the experience are positive.

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Communication and staffing can vary

Some families report staffing or communication gaps during stressful moments.

A few reviews describe situations where staff availability or communication did not meet expectations, including short-staffing and a lack of follow-up in important situations. One review describes an incident that escalated quickly without timely action, while others describe medication errors or limited compassion during pain and infection concerns. At the same time, other reviewers say contact is made right away with family and that staff handle needs promptly, suggesting the experience may depend on circumstances and shifts.

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Features

Housing

  • 120 resident community capacity 120 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Skilled Nursing Facility

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Wellsboro, Pennsylvania, offers a range of amenities and services that may be appealing for senior living. With a variety of healthcare providers, including physicians, hospitals, and pharmacies in close proximity, residents have convenient access to medical care. Numerous places of worship provide spiritual fulfillment and community engagement. Dining options range from family-style restaurants to cafes, offering a diverse culinary experience. The area also boasts several parks for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, transportation services such as U-Haul and Enterprise Rent-A-Car make it easy for seniors to get around town when needed. Overall, this part of Wellsboro provides a well-rounded environment that caters to the needs and interests of older individuals looking for a comfortable and supportive community.

Physicians

  • Susquehanna Health Physician Specialists (0.1 miles)
  • North Central Hearing Associates (0.3 miles)
  • Guthrie Clinic (0.3 miles)
  • Guthrie Wellsboro (0.9 miles)
  • Complete Family Dentistry (1.4 miles)
  • Mansfield Laurel Health Center (12.1 miles)
  • Strohecker Vision Care (12.1 miles)

Hospitals

  • UPMC Lab Services (0.1 miles)
  • Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hospital (0.1 miles)
  • Soldiers & Sailors Caf (0.1 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Samaritan House (0.1 miles)
  • St Paul's Episcopal Church (0.2 miles)
  • United Methodist Church of Wellsboro (0.3 miles)
  • Vineyard Church of Wellsboro (0.3 miles)
  • Wellsboro Church of Christ (0.3 miles)
  • Independent Bible Church (0.3 miles)
  • Wbc Women's Ministry (0.3 miles)

Restaurants

  • Harland's Family Style Restaurant (0.1 miles)
  • Three Sisters (0.2 miles)
  • Dumpling House (0.2 miles)
  • Mary Wells Dining Room (0.2 miles)
  • The Main Street Creamery (0.2 miles)
  • Wellsboro Diner (0.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (0.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Rite Aid (0.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (0.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (12.1 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (12.1 miles)
  • Brown's Pharmacy (23.9 miles)

Cafes

  • Cafe 1905 (0.2 miles)
  • Wired Rooster (0.2 miles)
  • StacyKay's Cafe (12.1 miles)
  • Night & Day Coffee Cafe (12.2 miles)

Parks

  • The Green In Wellsboro, P.A. (0.2 miles)
  • Packer Park (0.3 miles)
  • PA Grand Canyon State Park (2 miles)
  • Hills Creek State Park (6.9 miles)
  • Colton Point State Park (9.1 miles)
  • Ives Run State Park (12 miles)
  • Sunfish Pond County Park (23.8 miles)

Transportation

  • U-Haul (1.1 miles)
  • Schmouder's Wildlife (3.8 miles)
  • The Fox Den Taxidermy Studio (7 miles)
  • Enterprise Rent-A-Car (12 miles)
  • U-Haul Neighborhood Dealer (23.3 miles)
  • Nature's Reflections Taxidermy (24.6 miles)

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